HELD 2024 Speakers Series – Session 1: Reducing Radon in Schools and Child Care Settings

Join us for the first session in our HELD 2024 Speakers Series on key aspects of indoor air quality in schools and child care settings! In this virtual event we will discuss radon, its health effects, and what can be done to protect children and staff in schools and child care settings.

Free virtual event information and registration: CLICK HERE

Description

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can build up to harmful levels indoors. Join this virtual event to learn about radon, its health risks, and what can be done to protect children and staff in schools and child care settings. Speakers will share practical information on how to address this cancer-causing indoor air contaminant, drawing on their experiences with radon testing and remediation efforts in various jurisdictions across Canada.

Speakers & Bios

Kelley Bush

Kelley Bush has been the Manager of the National Radon Outreach Program at Health Canada since 2008. Kelley will share information on radon, its health risks, and the importance of radon testing and remediation.

Jim Sinnott 

Jim Sinnott is the Director of Facilities & Custodial Management of Newfoundland Schools and will be sharing his experience with radon testing in schools.

Greg Baytalan

Greg Baytalan is a Specialist Environmental Health Officer at BC’s Interior Health Authority who has been championing radon testing in schools and child care settings for 17 years.

Elise Azar

Elise Azar is the School Safety Consultant with the Public Schools Branch in Prince Edward Island and has been overseeing the ongoing radon testing in PEI schools.

About the HELD 2024 Speakers Series: CPCHE is pleased to present a series of interactive events to help build awareness and catalyze action on key aspects of indoor air quality in schools and child care settings, in the lead-up to Healthy Environments for Learning Day in Canada (April 25, 2024). These free online events are a great opportunity for parents, educators, administrators, policy-makers and others to gain evidence-informed and practical knowledge on the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of tackling indoor air quality concerns in early learning and school settings. Learn more: https://healthyenvironmentforkids.ca/held/